LOCATION
Beyond Yoga
If you are looking to escape to tranquility and surround yourself in never-ending vineyards and countryside then you have found the right place. Wake up to birdsong and gaze at the stars at night, marvel at the Eagles and Buzzards soaring on the updrafts in the late afternoon heat and walk through our extensive grounds to watch the heron’s patrolling the lake.
If you want to venture further afield then we are surrounded by pretty villages, many dating back to medieval times. The impressive river Garonne is a few kilometers away as is the famous Canal du Midi here you can hire canoes or take a boat trip. Bicycle hire is available locally.
As you’d expect, there are numerous wine tasting Châteaux in the area and we are happy to organise visits. Saint Emilion is worth a visit if your have time, its about an 80 minute drive away.
There are local markets most days and we are happy to arrange visits.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa to visit France? Please carefully check this before you travel. Our current understanding is that no visa is required for people who are residents in the EU Community and a number of other countries. Following the UKs withdrawal from the EU it has been declared that UK citizens will need to apply for a visa to visit France, the exact date of this coming into force seems to be constantly changing. It has been reported that the new visa will be required at some point in 2023 and will be a simple online application with minimal cost and most applications will take a matter of minutes to generate a visa. All guests are individually responsible for checking their own visa requirement and we cannot accept any responsibility for the information above or refusal to travel due to lack of visa.
Useful link: www.france-visas.gouv.fr
How is the weather in SW France? Spring and Autumn are wonderful times to visit, with daytime temperatures typically between 24 - 30C. The evenings are cooler but you will still be able to dine outside but may need a light jumper. It’s at these times that we all sit around the fire pit and chat into the evening.
Do I need to bring my own yoga mat? We do provide Manduka mats but understand that you may wish to bring your own.
Do I need to be experienced in Ashtanga Yoga? We welcome people of all levels. Our retreats are individually tailored to each person and you will be practicing at your own pace and level with highly experienced guidance.
When is check in and check out? Arrival is the day before the course starts and you are welcome to arrive anytime after 16.00h but we are obviously flexible depending on your travel timetable. Checkout is anytime in the morning following completion of the last class. Additional details can be found in the enquiry link within each course on the calendar page.
Can I bring my non-practising partner? We warmly welcome non-practising partners/friends and fully understand that some people don’t want to come alone. We need to charge an additional fee to the published rate and can discuss this with you individually. Non-practising partners are welcome to enjoy the facilities, explore the area and generally do their own thing during class and workshops. If your partner plays golf then he will have a new found golfing buddy as Martin is an avid golfer (Handicap 11). Our local course is highly rated and there are many Championship courses within an hours drive.
Getting Here
By Air: There are 2 major airports within a 80 minute drive, Bordeaux and Toulouse. Both have extensive car hire available or we can arrange transportation for a fee. Taxis from the airport are expensive. Alternatively you can use the train from either Bordeaux or Toulouse Airport to Agen, and we will happily pick you up. Bergerac Airport is about a 90 minute drive and has a number of schedules to more Regional airports within Europe.
By Train: Agen is our closest main railway station, with frequent trains to Paris, for example, with a journey time of a little over 3 hours this is an easy and relaxing way to get here.
By Car: This obviously provides freedom to travel when you want, we can share the best routes if you are thinking of driving.
